A $40 million defamation lawsuit was filed by David D'Amato against his stepmother following the release of the documentary about competitive endurance tickling.
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A $40 million defamation lawsuit was filed by David D'Amato against his stepmother following the release of the documentary about competitive endurance tickling.
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Synopsis
David Farrier, a New Zealand television reporter, stumbles upon online videos of "competitive endurance tickling" in 2014. Intrigued, he reaches out to Jane O'Brien Media for an interview but receives a hostile response. Partnering with producer Dylan Reeve, Farrier faces legal threats as they investigate the company’s practices. Their research reveals coercive tactics used against former participants and links to David D'Amato, the man behind the "Terri Tickle" alias. The film documents their pursuit of truth amid intimidation and secrecy.
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The GuardianA compelling documentary begins with a lighthearted inquiry into the world of ‘competitive tickling’ and ends up somewhere much darker.
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- Follow David Farrier's investigation into tickling videos.
- Meet the controversial figures behind Jane O'Brien Media.
- Discover the dark side of competitive endurance tickling.
Did You Know
- David D'Amato served a six-month prison sentence for disabling computer systems.
- D'Amato filed a $40 million defamation lawsuit against his stepmother in 2017.
- The follow-up special 'The Tickle King' aired on HBO in February 2017.
- D'Amato died of a heart attack on March 31, 2017, at age 55.
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Who directed the documentary Tickled?
Tickled was directed by David Farrier and Dylan Reeve.
What legal action did David D'Amato take after the release of Tickled?
David D'Amato filed a $40 million defamation and slander lawsuit against his stepmother, alleging that she made damaging statements in the film.
When did the follow-up special The Tickle King air?
The Tickle King aired on HBO in February 2017.
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